whirlpool. com GB 1 INSTALLATION PRIOR TO CONNECTING CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home. DO NOT REMOVE THE MICROWAVE INLET PROTECTION located on the side of the oven cavity wall. They prevent grease & food particles from entering the microwave inlet channels. PLATES POSITION THE OVEN AT A DISTANCE from other heating sources. For sufficient ventilation there must be a space of at least 20 cm above the oven. Ensure that the space underneath, above and around the oven is empty to allow for proper airflow. The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet. ENSURE THAT THE APPLIANCE IS NOT DAMAGED. Check that the oven door closes firmly against the door support and that the internal door seal is not damaged. Empty the oven and clean the interior with a soft, damp cloth. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE if it has a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Do not immerse the mains cord or plug in water. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces. Electrical shock, fire or other hazards may result. PLACE THE OVEN ON A STABLE, EVEN SURthat is strong enough to hold the oven and the food utensils you put in it. Use care when handling. THIS OVEN IS NOT INTENDED to be placed or used on a working surface lower than 850 mm above the floor. FACE AFTER CONNECTING WHEN THE APPLIANCE is first plugged in or after a power failure, the display is blank. If required, the oven can display a 24-hour digital Clock. When the Clock function is not programmed the display will remain blank until the cooking time or the Timer is set. THE OVEN CAN BE OPERATED ONLY if the oven door is firmly closed. POOR TELEVISION RECEPTION and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio or aerial. THE EARTHING OF THIS APPLIANCE is compulsory...